McHenry, IL, Real Estate

McHenry, Illinois, is a vibrant city located in the heart of McHenry County, about 50 miles northwest of Chicago. Nestled along the Fox River, McHenry offers a blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences, with a population of around 27,000. The city is known for its scenic riverfront, historic downtown, and year-round community events, such as the Fiesta Days festival and the McHenry Riverwalk’s summer concerts. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy boating, fishing, and hiking at spots like Moraine Hills State Park, while the downtown area features quaint shops, restaurants, and the iconic McHenry Outdoor Theater. With its strong community spirit, excellent schools, and proximity to both rural landscapes and urban amenities, McHenry is a welcoming destination for families and visitors alike.

McHenry currently has 133 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $395,958.50, 9 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $291,400, 8 condos for sale with an average list price of $218,475, and 66 lots for sale with an average list price of $529,087.58. The average annual property tax for McHenry is $5,746.20.

Schools

School District Level Grades
Big Hollow Elementary School Calumet Public School District 132 Elementary 3-5
Chauncey H Duker School McHenry School District 15 Elementary 4-5
Cotton Creek School Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 Elementary P-5
Edgebrook Elementary School McHenry School District 15 Elementary P-3
Hilltop Elementary School McHenry School District 15 Elementary K-3
Landmark Elementary School McHenry School District 15 Elementary K-5
Lotus School Fox Lake Grade School District 114 Elementary P-5
Prairie Grove Elementary School Prairie Grove Consolidated School District 46 Elementary P-5
Richmond Grade School Nippersink School District 2 Elementary P-5
Ringwood School Primary Ctr Johnsburg School District 12 Elementary P-2
Riverwood Elementary School McHenry School District 15 Elementary K-5
Robert Crown Elementary School Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 Elementary P-5
Valley View Elementary School McHenry School District 15 Elementary K-5
Wauconda Elementary School Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 Elementary K-5
Big Hollow School Calumet Public School District 132 Middle 6-8
Edmond H Taveirne Middle School Calumet Public School District 132 Middle 6-8
Johnsburg Junior High School Johnsburg School District 12 Middle 5-8
Marlowe Middle School Consolidated School District 158 Middle 6-8
Matthews Middle School Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 Middle 6-8
McHenry Middle School McHenry School District 15 Middle 6-8
Nippersink Middle School Nippersink School District 2 Middle 6-8
Parkland Middle School McHenry School District 15 Middle 6-8
Prairie Grove Junior High School Prairie Grove Consolidated School District 46 Middle 6-8
Stanton School Fox Lake Grade School District 114 Middle 6-8
Wauconda Middle School Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 Middle 6-8
Crystal Lake Central High School Community High School District 155 High 9-12
Grant Community High School Grant Community High School High 9-12
Johnsburg High School Johnsburg School District 12 High 9-12
McHenry High School-East Campus McHenry High School District 156 High 9-12
McHenry High School-West Campus McHenry High School District 156 High 9-12
Prairie Ridge High School Community High School District 155 High 9-12
Richmond-Burton Community High School Richmond-Burton Community High School District 157 High 9-12
Wauconda Community High School Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 High 9-12
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Train Stations

Station Line(s) Address
McHenry Line(s): Union Pacific / Northwest Line (UP-NW) 4005 Main St., McHenry View Commute

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Subdivisions

Subdivisions Median Price
Abbey Ridge

Abbey Ridge

Abbey Ridge is a condo, townhouse, and single-family home community in McHenry, Illinois, built between 2003 and 2007 by Gerstad Builders. It currently has 1 townhouse for sale with a list price of $264,900 and 2 condos for sale with an average list price of $261,450. The homes range in size from 1,177 ft2 to 1,932 ft2. The average annual property tax for Abbey Ridge is $4,437.69. It is located in McHenry County. Abbey Ridge is a town house community built in 2004 by Gerstad Builders. Abbey Ridge features townhomes with floor plans ranging from 1,192 to 1,729 square feet of living space. Abbey Ridge is located in McHenry, Illinois north of Bull Valley Road and west of Crystal Lake Road. ... Read more
Median Price: $232,500
Bay Oaks

Bay Oaks

Bay Oaks is a single-family home community in McHenry, Illinois, built between 1993 and 2004. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 3,600 ft2 to 5,162 ft2. The average annual property tax for Bay Oaks is $15,268.59. It is located in McHenry County. Bay Oaks is a subdivision of custom built single family homes built between the late 1990s and early 2000s. Bay Oaks is located in McHenry, Illinois north of Lincoln Road and west of Cuhlman Road. ... Read more
Median Price: $676,000
Bay View Farms

Bay View Farms

Bay View Farms is a single-family home community in McHenry, Illinois, built between 1995 and 1996. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,867 ft2 to 4,776 ft2. The average annual property tax for Bay View Farms is $10,260.95. It is located in McHenry County. Bay View Farms is a subdivision of single family homes built in the early to mid 1990s. Bay View Farms is located in McHenry south of Bay Road and east of Cuhlman Road. ... Read more
Biscayne Highlands

Biscayne Highlands

Biscayne Highlands is a subdivision in McHenry, Illinois. It currently has no homes for sale. It is located in McHenry County. Biscayne Highlands is a subdivision of single family homes. Biscayne Highlands is located in McHenry, Illinois west of Barreville Road and south of Charles J. Miller Road. ... Read more
Boat & Saddle

Boat & Saddle

Boat & Saddle is a single-family home community in McHenry, Illinois, built between 1968 and 1986. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 2,229 ft2 to 4,599 ft2. The average annual property tax for Boat & Saddle is $11,555.10. It is located in McHenry County. Boat & Saddle is a single family home subdivision. Boat & Saddle is located in McHenry, Illinois east of Riverside Drive and south of Johnsburg Road. ... Read more
Median Price: $633,750
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Nearby Parks

Boulder Creek Park

3500 Beach Drive

Brookside Trail Park

4214 Elm Street
Biking Paths

Center Street Park

911 Center Street
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Playground

Cold Springs Park

319 DePaul Court
Biking Paths

Creekside Park

3200 Beach Drive
Parking Picnic Area Playground

East Beach Park

4526 Shore Drive
Beach Fishing Ice Skating Rink Parking Picnic Area Playground

Fort McHenry

4301 Front Royal Ave
Playground

Fox Ridge Park

5408 Dartmoor Drive
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Picnic Area Playground Soccer Fields Softball Fields

Freund Field

3905 West Avenue
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Ice Skating Rink Playground

Galway Tot Lot

6800 Galway Drive

Green Street Park

3442 Elm Street

Homestead Tot Lot

6739 Homestead Drive
Playground

Jaycees Park

115 Cross Trail
Baseball Diamonds Picnic Area Playground Soccer Fields

Kiwanis Tot Lot

4201 Sioux Lane
Basketball Courts Playground

Knox Park

201 S. Green Street
Parking Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Skate Park Soccer Fields Softball Fields Swimming Pool Tennis Courts

Lakeland Park Boat Launch

4904 W. Shore Drive
Boating Fishing

Lakeland Park Community Center

1717 N. Sunset
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Playground Restrooms

Liberty Trails Park

1717 Tyler Trail
Playground

Malibu Playground Park

5221 Malibu Court
Playground

McBark Dog Park

2500 N. Richmond Road
Dog Park

McHenry Shores Beach

814 S. Riverside Drive
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Fishing

Miller Riverfront Park

2900 Charles Miller Road
Boating Fishing Picnic Area

Moraine Hills State Park

1510 S. River Road
Boating Canoeing Cross-Country Skiing Fishing Hiking Paths Hunting Picnic Area Restrooms

Neumannn Park

1246 N. Green Street
Hiking Paths

North Oak Park

3300 Chestnut Drive
Playground

Overton Park

3204 Crescent Avenue

Pebble Creek Park

934 Amberwood
Playground

Petersen Park

4300 Petersen Park Road
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Beach Biking Paths Boating Fishing Parking Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Shelter Softball Fields Tennis Courts Volleyball Courts

Pheasant Valley Park

1401 Scully Drive
Fishing

Prairie Trail

Biking Paths Cross-Country Skiing Hiking Paths Horseback Riding Snowmobiling

Riverside Hollow Park

2108 Hemlock Drive
Playground

Rotary Park

3710 Waukegan Road
Shelter Swimming Pool

Shamrock Farm Park

6402 Dartmoor Drive
Baseball Diamonds Basketball Courts Biking Paths Picnic Area Playground Shelter Soccer Fields Softball Fields

Stickney Run Conservation Area

3216 West State Park Road
Cross-Country Skiing Fishing Hiking Paths

Veteran's Memorial Park

3400 Pearl Street
Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Shelter

Walsh Park

1202 N. Green Street
Boating Fishing Picnic Area

Weber's Park

1408 N. Riverside Drive
Fishing Picnic Area Playground

West Beach Park

5016 Shore Drive
Fishing Parking Picnic Area Playground

Whispering Oaks Park

4300 Front Royal Avenue
Baseball Diamonds Biking Paths Fishing Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Shelter Softball Fields

William H. Althoff Park

1701 Industrial Drive
Picnic Area Playground Restrooms Soccer Fields
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Nearby Golf Courses

Pistakee Country Club

815 Bay Rd, Mchenry, IL 60051
Par 36 • 36 holes • 3029 yards

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Real Estate News

New Homes For Sale This Week in McHenry: July 18th to July 24th

New Homes For Sale This Week in McHenry: July 18th to July 24th - July 25, 2025

McHenry had 19 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 18 to Thursday, July 24, including including 18 single family homes for sale with an average list ... continue reading
New Construction Homes For Sale This Week in McHenry: July 16th to July 22nd

New Construction Homes For Sale This Week in McHenry: July 16th to July 22nd - July 23, 2025

McHenry had only 1 new construction home during the week of Wednesday, July 16 to Tuesday, July 22, and it was a single family home for sale with a list ... continue reading
Homes Just Sold in McHenry: July 15th to July 21st

Homes Just Sold in McHenry: July 15th to July 21st - July 22, 2025

McHenry had 10 sales during the week of Tuesday, July 15 to Monday, July 21, including including 6 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $388,258.33 ... continue reading
New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in McHenry: July 12th to July 18th

New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in McHenry: July 12th to July 18th - July 19, 2025

McHenry had 10 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, July 12 to Friday, July 18, including 8 single ... continue reading
New Homes For Sale This Week in McHenry: July 11th to July 17th

New Homes For Sale This Week in McHenry: July 11th to July 17th - July 18, 2025

McHenry had 19 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 11 to Thursday, July 17, including including 10 single family homes for sale with an average list ... continue reading
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